Match List I with List II: Words with their antonyms

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II

The correct answer is Option (2) - A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II

• Meticulous (A) - Careless (III)

  • Meticulous means paying great attention to detail, and its antonym is careless, which indicates a lack of attention.

• Abrupt (B) - Gradual (IV)

  • Abrupt means sudden or unexpected, and its antonym is gradual, meaning happening slowly over time.

• Nurse (C) - Neglect (I)

  • Nurse means to care for or nurture, and its antonym is neglect, meaning to fail to care for.

• Ennui (D) - Active (II)

  • Ennui means boredom or a lack of activity, and its antonym is active, meaning engaged or energetic.